"Phobic and generalized anxiety disorders arise when people stop looking at themselves honestly and with acceptance and instead deny and distort their true thoughts, emotions, and behavior." This explanation for anxiety disorders would MOST likely be offered by a:

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This explanation aligns with humanistic theory, which emphasizes self-awareness, honesty with oneself, and acceptance of one's true thoughts and feelings as essential for mental health. Humanistic theorists, like Carl Rogers, believe that anxiety and other disorders can arise when there is incongruence between one's self-concept and actual experiences.

"Phobic and Generalized Anxiety Disorders Arise When People Stop Looking